Pottery Barn Kids Recall of Chamois Blankets
Chamois Blankets
Date of Recall
2005-01-24CPSC Release Number
05-091Manufactured In
KoreaCompany Phone Number
(877) 800-9720Units
About 92,000Manufacturer
Pottery Barn Kids, of San Francisco, Calif.Sold By
Pottery Barn Kids' stores nationwide, through the Pottery Barn catalog, and PotteryBarnKids.com from December 2002 through December 2004 for about $30.Problem/Hazard
The decorative stitching on the blanket's edge can come loose, allowing a child to become entangled in the yarn. This poses a strangulation hazard to young children.Injuries/Incidents
Pottery Barn Kids has received four reports of incidents involving the decorative stitching coming loose. No injuries have been reported.Description
This recall involves children's chamois blankets made of 100% polyester. The blankets were sold in yellow, pink, blue and green, and the reverse side of all the blankets are white. Decorative yarn in a coordinating color is stitched around the blanket's edge. The blanket measures 30-inches wide by 40-inches long and are labeled for stroller use. A label on the blanket reads "pottery barn kids" and "Made in Korea."Remedy
Consumers can remove the decorative stitching or contact Pottery Barn Kids for information on how to receive a replacement or refund.Consumer Contact
Contact Pottery Barn Kids toll-free at (877) 800-9720 between 7 a.m. and 12 a.m. ET daily or visit the firm's Web site at www.potterybarnkids.com.Recall Comments
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